*Bus Drivers – Join the Elite Driver Academy*
*Full‑Time & Part‑Time | Permanent Opportunities*
*Serve Your Community with Pride*
Being a bus driver is more than just a job — it’s a role with real purpose. Every day is different as you travel across the region, helping people get where they need to be, whether that’s to work or school, a night out with friends, or an important appointment. Our garages are close‑knit communities, built on teamwork, pride, and mutual support.
Join our *Elite Driver Academy* and become part of a team that keeps the region moving.
*What Will I Earn?*
*Existing PCV Licence Holders*
* *£15.51 per hour from day one*
* Equivalent to *£31,454 per year* (full time)
*Overtime Opportunities*
* Regular overtime available
* Many drivers earn *around £34,000 per year*
*Trainee Bus Drivers*
We’re also recruiting trainee drivers. If you don’t yet hold a PCV licence, please see our other vacancies for full training details.
*Where Will I Be Based?*
With almost *2,000 employees* and a fleet of *500 buses*, we operate from garages across the region, including:
* Gateshead
* Sunderland
* Washington
* North Tyneside
* Hexham
* Consett
We have ongoing vacancies at most locations. You can request your preferred depot and we’ll do our best to accommodate you or offer the closest available option.
*Contract Type*
* Full‑Time
* Part‑Time
* Permanent
*Benefits*
Company events
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee & store discounts
Free or subsidised travel
Free on‑site parking
Sick pay
Refresher training, including *Certificate of Professional Competency (CPC)*
*Ready to Get on Board?*
Whether you’re an experienced PCV driver or looking to start a new career with real meaning, we’d love to hear from you.
_Apply today and drive your future forward with us._
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £15.51 per hour
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Free or subsidised travel
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
* Store discount
Work Location: In person